Durston X-Mid 1 vs Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol

107 facts in comparison

Based on 512 Reddit opinions. Close race—Lite Sol edges ahead.

512 opinions
Lite Sol leads by 1pts
Durston X-Mid 1
82%
B+
Based on
740 Redditors

Durston X-Mid 1

339 opinions

tldr; The UL tent darling. Trekking pole setup, incredible value. Hard to get.

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VS
Reddit's Pick
Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol
83%
B+
Based on
376 Redditors
Winner

Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol

~$49.95
173 opinions

tldr; Closed cell foam classic. Indestructible. Backup pad, sitpad, ground protection.

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DurabilityEase of UsePortabilityWeather ResistanceComfort
🔧DUR
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📦POR
WEA
❤️COM
72
Points
76
Points

Score by Category

Durability
76%76%
Ease of Use
61%88%
Portability
70%49%
Weather Resistance
76%
Comfort
71%79%

Why is Z Lite Sol better than Durston X-Mid 1?

  • Higher Reddit score (83% vs 82%)
  • Better value (87% vs 78%)
  • Better comfort (79% vs 71%)
  • Better ease of use (88% vs 61%)
  • CCF foam pad
  • Indestructible
  • 14oz
Based on 1,116 Reddit opinions
Too Close to Call

Reddit prefers the Lite Sol

Winning by 1 points (83% vs 82%)

Better value
Better comfort
Better ease of use
High confidence (1,116 mentions)

💬Reddit Sentiment

Based on 1,116 Reddit mentions

Overall Rating

X-Mid 1
8.2/10
740 mentions
Lite Sol
8.3/10
376 mentions
VALUE
X-Mid 17.8/10
Lite Sol8.7/10
WEATHER RESISTANCE
X-Mid 17.6/10
Lite SolN/A
PORTABILITY
X-Mid 17.0/10
Lite Sol4.9/10
DURABILITY
X-Mid 17.6/10
Lite Sol7.6/10
EASE OF USE
X-Mid 16.1/10
Lite Sol8.8/10
COMFORT
X-Mid 17.1/10
Lite Sol7.9/10
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Head to Head

Head to Head

X-Mid 1: 2|Lite Sol: 3
ValueLite Sol
X-Mid 178%
Lite Sol87%
Weather ResistanceX-Mid 1
X-Mid 176%
Lite SolN/A
PortabilityX-Mid 1
X-Mid 170%
Lite Sol49%
Durability
X-Mid 176%
Lite Sol76%
Ease Of UseLite Sol
X-Mid 161%
Lite Sol88%
ComfortLite Sol
X-Mid 171%
Lite Sol79%
X-Mid 182%
Lite Sol83%
Close race - Lite Sol edges ahead by 1 points

Key Specs

SpecDurston X-Mid 1Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol
Capacity
1 person
Type
Double-wall trekking pole tent
Floor Length
90 inches
Floor Width
28 inches
Floor Area
17 square feet

Key Highlights

Durston X-Mid 1Winner
🏆 UL favorite
⛺ Trekking pole
💰 Great value
⚠️ Hard to find
Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol
🛏️ CCF foam pad
💪 Indestructible
⚖️ 14oz
❄️ R-value 2.0
💰 Under $50

Topic Battles

X-Mid 1: 2|Tied: 1|Lite Sol: 2
🔧Durability
X-Mid 1
76%
Lite Sol
76%
Ease of Use
Lite Sol wins
X-Mid 1
61%
Lite Sol
88%
📦Portability
X-Mid 1 wins
X-Mid 1
70%
Lite Sol
49%
Weather Resistance
X-Mid 1 wins
X-Mid 1
76%
Lite Sol
❤️Comfort
Lite Sol wins
X-Mid 1
71%
Lite Sol
79%

Based on Reddit sentiment across 5 categories

📈Where They Rank

💬What Redditors Actually Say

What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol

Best Praise
+33 pts
The sleeping pad you seek is a used Therm-a-Rest Z Lite. It's good to just above freezing temperatures, findable for $20, 10oz before you cut it to size. It's not fun and it's big but warmth per weight and weight per dollar are unbeatable.
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Top Criticism
+8 pts
The ridgerest is really bulky, probably better to do the Z lite purely for that reason
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What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for Durston X-Mid 1

Best Praise
+48 pts
Wow! Thanks so much for the detailed reply Dan, I will try the test you suggested in the morning and let you know the results. My dismissing of condensation as the culprit stems from my experience with the X Mid in other humid/damp cold nights (Scotland in October, for example) with low to the ground pitch, etc. and the tent stayed totally dry inside. I.e. my dismissing of condensation was stemming from how well I felt the tent performed previously from a condensation standpoint. That being said, I understand there can be many factors which could influence the condensation and thus a good chance I’m mistaking condensation for saturation. I’ll be sure to post the results of the test to this thread and DM you if I need anything else. Thanks again!
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Top Criticism
+111 pts
Unless you are pitching it without the inner you have zero chance of fitting two people in a xmid 1p.
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📈Historical Price Data

Durston X-Mid 1
Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol
$36$45$54$63Sep '20Aug '25Sep '25Oct '25Oct '25Dec '25Mar '26Mar '26Apr '26Apr '26Low: $37.39Current: $49.95
Durston X-Mid 1
Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol
All-time low: $25.99(2020-03)

Which is Better?

Too Close to Call

Both products have nearly identical approval ratings (83% vs 82%). Choose based on your specific needs and preferences.

Why Lite Sol
  • Better Value for Money (87% vs 78%)
Why X-Mid 1
  • 🏆 UL favorite
  • ⛺ Trekking pole
  • More discussed (740 vs 376)

❤️The Love/Hate Breakdown

Sentiment Breakdown

39%Positive
Positive
39%
Neutral
54%
Negative
7%
Based on 376 Reddit opinions

Sentiment Breakdown

38%Positive
Positive
38%
Neutral
54%
Negative
8%
Based on 740 Reddit opinions

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol or Durston X-Mid 1?
Based on 1,116 Reddit comments, Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol has a slight edge with 83% positive sentiment vs Durston X-Mid 1's 82%. The difference is small, so both are solid choices.
Should I buy Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol or Durston X-Mid 1?
Both have similar approval ratings (83% vs 82%), so focus on specific features, pricing, and what matters most to you.
What do Redditors love about Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol?
Reddit users highlight: CCF foam pad. Indestructible. 14oz. With 376 mentions and 83% approval, it's a well-regarded choice in the community.
What do Redditors say about Durston X-Mid 1?
Reddit users highlight: UL favorite. Trekking pole. Great value. With 740 mentions and 82% approval, it remains a popular alternative.
How many Reddit reviews were analyzed?
This comparison analyzed 1,116 Reddit comments: 376 about Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol and 740 about Durston X-Mid 1. Data was sourced from Camping Gear community discussions.
How accurate are these ratings?
Our sentiment analysis is approximately 80-85% accurate compared to manual review. Well-discussed products with many mentions tend to have more reliable scores than niche items with fewer data points.
Why trust Reddit over professional reviews?
Reddit users bought products with their own money and have no incentive to mislead. You're seeing hundreds of real opinions across different use cases, not just one reviewer's take. This crowdsourced approach surfaces both common praise and recurring complaints.

512 Reddit opinions analyzed · Last updated 7/27/2026